Overview
- Cumming told Jimmy Kimmel Live! that Pascal hurt his neck during their first scene together and was sent home, joking, "I broke Pedro."
- He clarified the mishap did not occur during a fight scene and noted they were not wearing character enhancements like Nightcrawler’s tail or Mister Fantastic’s extended arms.
- The actor is reprising Nightcrawler and previously said he trained for stunts, recalling being told he would be "hitting Pedro Pascal," a remark that sparked fan speculation without confirming an on-screen clash.
- He has described shooting most of his material in isolation with heavy green screen work and face replacement, reflecting a VFX-heavy ensemble production.
- Avengers: Doomsday unites Avengers, Fantastic Four, and legacy X-Men cast members under directors Joe and Anthony Russo, with release scheduled for December 18, 2026.